Welcome to Tongeren, Belgium’s oldest city! Stroll through the charming streets where Roman ruins meet vibrant market stalls. Don’t miss the stunning Basilica of Our Lady, and dive into local history at the Gallo-Roman Museum. With delightful cafés and a lively Sunday market, Tongeren is the perfect spot for history buffs and food lovers alike!
Culture4.5/5
Gallo-Roman Museum
Tongeren's museum follows local life from prehistory to Roman times across three spacious floors. Videos show how people made the objects on display.
Landmark4.5/5
Antique Market
Huge antiques market in Tongeren, where sunny days bring shoppers and plenty of stock.
Culture4.5/5
Basilica of Our Beloved Lady
This Tongeren basilica’s tower rises above the square, with separate entrances for the church, tower and treasury. Inside, the high Gothic nave makes the building’s scale immediately clear.
Culture4.4/5
Statue of Ambiorix
A bronze warrior raises his sword over Tongeren’s Grote Markt at this statue of Ambiorix. He led the Eburones in a revolt against Caesar’s legions.
Eat$$$$4.7/5
Bistrobelix
At Bistrobelix in Tongeren-Borgloon, indulge in a delightful blend of Belgian flavors and cozy atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers and a unique dining experience in the region.
Eat4.2/5
Action Tongeren
Eat$$$4.7/5
De Ezel
Eat$$$$$4.7/5
ALTER
Drink4.2/5
De Ketel
Stay$$$4.6/5
Boutique hotel Huys van Steyns
The small-scale Boutique Hotel Huys van Steyns is housed in the former residence of Louis Steyns, the founder of a famous shoe brand, and offers a private garden and bicycle rental services. Set 500 metres from Tongeren’s centre, this hotel includes free WiFi. Rooms are furnished with a safety deposit box, tea and coffee facilities and a minibar. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an iPad and an iPod docking station. Private bathrooms are fitted with a rain shower and a hairdryer. The nearest à la carte restaurant can be found within a close walking distance from the Boutique Hotel Huys van Steyns. The hotel is 260 metres from Tongeren Station and 600 metres from the Gallo-Roman Museum. Activities in the area include cycling and walking. The cities of Maastricht and Hasselt are a 30-minute drive away. Private parking is possible on site.
Stay$$4.5/5
Boutique Hotel Caelus VII
This boutique hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV and elegant furniture. Caelus VII includes free Wi-Fi. Boutique Hotel Caelus VII has spacious rooms with a minibar, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Each room includes design touches such as richly-coloured wallpaper, wooden floors and luxury bed linens. Hotel Caelus VII is less than a 5-minute walk from the largest antiques market in the entire Benelux. Tongeren Railway Station is 750 metres away. The Gallo Roman Museum is 100 metres from the hotel.
Stay$$$$3.9/5
Ambiotel
Set right in the historical centre of Tongeren, hotel ambiotel features a terrace, as well as a bar and a restaurant serving Belgian specialities. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. Overlooking the city's skyline, rooms at ambiotel hotel are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and a coffee machine. They also include a private bathroom. The hotel's restaurant Den Ambi serves Belgian dishes and is open for lunch and dinner. There are also many restaurants and cafés in the vicinity of the accommodation. Tongeren's Train Station is 500 metres from the hotel. The cities of Genk and Hasselt are 32 km away and Maastricht is 20 km away.
Stay4.1/5
Eburon Hotel - Different Hotels
Nestled in Tongeren, Eburon Hotel - Different Hotels boasts contemporary design and rich history, creating a unique blend that captivates visitors while offering a central location to explore Belgium's oldest town.
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